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Flower in full blossom

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a carved stone object titled "Flower in full blossom" by an unknown artist. The object is oval-shaped with a rounded top and a flatter bottom. It has a reddish-brown color with a glossy finish. The object features a carved design resembling a flower, with a central circle surrounded by curved lines that radiate outward, resembling petals. The petals are rounded and smooth, with some having a more defined edge than others. The background of the image is light gray. The object is centered in the image, casting a slight shadow on the surface below it.

Artwork details

Date:
11th century
Medium:
Amber
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
599 × 449 px
Museum record:
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